1953 Lancia Appia vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 217 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Prisma (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Lancia Appia | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Appia | Prisma |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |